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Jack Wagner

Jack Wagner is an American actor, singer, and golfer best known for his long-running work in television soap operas.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jack Wagner is an American actor, singer, and golfer best known for his long-running work in television soap operas. He is especially associated with roles on General Hospital, Santa Barbara, Melrose Place, The Bold and the Beautiful, and When Calls the Heart.

Early life

Jack Wagner was born in Washington, Missouri, and his birth name is Peter John Wagner II. Sources describe him as American and note that he later studied theatre and drama.

Acting career

Wagner’s breakthrough came with General Hospital, where he played Frisco Jones and became a soap-opera star. He later appeared in Santa Barbara, Melrose Place, The Bold and the Beautiful, and When Calls the Heart.

Music career

In addition to acting, Wagner recorded pop music and is associated with the single "All I Need," which became a major hit. His music career developed alongside his television work.

Golf and public profile

Wagner is also known as an accomplished amateur golfer and has competed in celebrity golf events. Coverage of his career often highlights his combination of acting, singing, and golf.

Key facts

  • Born Peter John Wagner II in Washington, Missouri, in 1959.
  • Became widely known for playing Frisco Jones on General Hospital.
  • Also portrayed Warren Lockridge on Santa Barbara, Dr. Peter Burns on Melrose Place, and Nick Marone on The Bold and the Beautiful.
  • Has had a parallel career as a singer, including the hit song "All I Need".
  • Has also been active as a competitive amateur golfer.
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Canadian context

Jack Wagner is familiar to Canadian television audiences through long-running U.S. soap operas and Hallmark programming, including When Calls the Heart, which has a substantial Canadian viewership.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jack Wagner?
Jack Wagner is an American actor, singer, and golfer known mainly for soap-opera roles and a pop music career.
What is Jack Wagner’s birth name?
His birth name is Peter John Wagner II.
When was Jack Wagner born?
He was born on October 3, 1959.
What is Jack Wagner best known for?
He is best known for playing Frisco Jones on General Hospital and for later roles in other daytime and primetime dramas.
Did Jack Wagner have a music career?
Yes. He recorded pop music and is especially associated with the song "All I Need."
Is Jack Wagner also known for golf?
Yes. He is described as an accomplished amateur golfer and celebrity golf competitor.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Wagner_(actor)
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, occupations, and major acting credits.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0905935/bio/
    Supports: Birth name and birth date.
  3. TV Guidehttps://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/jack-wagner/bio/3030385598/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and professions.
  4. TV Insiderhttps://www.tvinsider.com/people/jack-wagner/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, spouse and children, and overview of acting and golf career.
  5. Us Weeklyhttps://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/jack-wagner/
    Supports: Career timeline, soap-opera roles, music career, and family details.
  6. Soap Opera Digesthttps://www.soapoperadigest.com/actors/jack-wagner/
    Supports: Soap-opera career chronology and recent return appearances.
  7. Hallmark Mysteryhttps://www.hallmarkmystery.com/my-gal-sunday/cast/jack-wagner
    Supports: Education details in theatre and drama.